Empowering You
to Take Control

Helping others rise through radical honesty, healing, and storytelling.

Hi, I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you need a mentor, a guide, or simply a safe space — I’m here to walk alongside you on this journey.

Through it all, I want you to remember:

👉 Your success matters.
👉 You are deeply important.

We all carry incredible power within us — sometimes it just takes the right kind of support to help us uncover it. Together, we’ll explore new insights, release what’s no longer serving you, and step boldly into what’s next.

You don’t have to do this alone.
Let’s grow together. I’m with you every step of the way.

Breast cancer survivor Lisa Mannina smiling and doing a strong pose. She is wearing a pink breast cancer shirt and standing in a hospital victorious after chemotherapy.

Grounded & Rising

was started by me, Lisa Mannina, after a diagnosis of metastatic stage IV breast cancer. Prior to that, I was a pilot flying through life as usual. When I received my diagnosis, my life changed in an instant. 

I was thrust on a journey of healing, learning, and growth. I know how hard this path is to walk alone, which is why I’m here to help you, so you don’t have to.

Ways to Work With Me

✨ 1:1 Mentoring

A safe, grounded space to talk through your story, fears, purpose, and healing.

🎤 Speaking & Storytelling

Keynotes, panels, and workshops that inspire resilience, authenticity, and owning your truth — especially in spaces that need more lived experience.

🖋️ Story Coaching

Memoir, Substack, or content support for those wanting to write their way through healing.

A lesbian family, including two adults and two children, smiling at the camera. The adults are wearing casual clothing, and the children are dressed in sweaters and jeans. The setting is a bench a sunny day.

Meet Lisa: A Writer, Pilot, Childhood Trauma Survivor, and Metastatic Breast Cancer Fighter

Lisa is not just a writer; she is a force of resilience and passion. Her journey has been shaped by a series of challenges, from surviving the shadows of childhood trauma to soaring through the skies as a pilot. But it doesn’t stop there. As a fighter of metastatic breast cancer, Lisa has proven time and time again that strength is in the most unexpected places.

In the face of adversity, Lisa channels her experiences into powerful storytelling. Her words serve as both a reflection of her journey and a beacon for others navigating their own struggles. Whether writing about the highs and lows of life or the thrills of flight, every story carries a piece of her soul, a reminder that no obstacle is too big to overcome.

When Lisa isn’t penning stories or piloting the skies, she’s using her platform to advocate for awareness and strength in the face of metastatic breast cancer. Every day, she fights not just for her own life, but for the lives of others affected by this illness, and her message is clear: you are never alone.

From the cockpit to the page, Lisa continues to inspire with her courage, resilience, and unwavering spirit.

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Ready to step into your power? Let’s chat.

"It is a privilege to learn from somebody who has always shown up for others. Thank you for taking the time to remind us, in this often crazy world, of what it means to be human." - Sam

"It is a privilege to learn from somebody who has always shown up for others. Thank you for taking the time to remind us, in this often crazy world, of what it means to be human." - Sam

"The quiet ones always left a legacy, you are one of them. Short list. Your words will resonate…..always. - Ankur

"The quiet ones always left a legacy, you are one of them. Short list. Your words will resonate…..always. - Ankur

“Wow !! What a fantastic interview Lisa. I can’t wait for your book. Keep moving forward cause you’re conquering and moving mountains.” - Lisa R.

“Wow !! What a fantastic interview Lisa. I can’t wait for your book. Keep moving forward cause you’re conquering and moving mountains.” - Lisa R.